33.0 INCH

121.0 INCH

6.68 SEC

4.32 SEC

11.46 SEC

Overview

2013: Played in 12 games and started seven. Led the Crimson Tide with seven touchdown receptions, and caught a TD pass in five consecutive games leading up to team's loss in the Sugar Bowl. 2012: Played in 13 games and made 11 starts. Had three receptions for 66 yards in BCS National Championship win over Notre Dame. 2011: Played in 11 games. Had four receptions for 78 yards in BCS National Championship win over LSU. 2010: Played in all 13 games. 2009: Redshirted.

Analysis

Strengths

Solid build. Good hands and concentration -- extends outside his frame and makes the difficult catch. Fine route savvy -- sells his routes with stems and nods. Understands how to get open. Good sideline awareness -- dots the "i." Established rapport with the quarterback is noticeable (is the first receiver sought on broken plays) and keeps working to come free. Very solid personal and football character. Trustworthy, accountable and dependable.

Weaknesses

Has short arms. Does not pop out of his breaks or create separation with burst and acceleration. Struggles some defeating the jam. Can show more urgency as a blocker in the run game. Breaks few tackles after the catch.

Draft Projection

Rounds 6-7

Bottom Line

Quicker-than-fast possession receiver with trusted hands a quarterback cherishes in critical situations. Could develop into a reliable, third-down option route runner. Is best with free releases in the slot.
-Nolan Nawrocki